FORESTDALE SCHOOL
Forestdale School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sandwich school district, located in Sandwich, MA with about 632 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, Forestdale School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Forestdale School, located at 151 Route 130 in Sandwich, Massachusetts, serves as a prominent elementary school within the Sandwich Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades. With a focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development, Forestdale emphasizes building a strong educational foundation, encouraging curiosity, and preparing students for their future academic endeavors through a comprehensive curriculum.
Beyond its classroom instruction, the school is known for its strong sense of community and collaborative partnership with families. Forestdale strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be respectful, responsible, and active participants in their learning journey. By providing a blend of traditional academics, enrichment activities, and a nurturing atmosphere, the school aims to support the holistic growth of every student who walks through its doors.
For more information, contact Forestdale School at (508) 477-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Sandwich, MA 02644
(508) 477-6600
FORESTDALE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Sandwich, MA with about 632 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Sandwich
- Total Students:
- 632
- Teachers:
- 50.44
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 632 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FORESTDALE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.9%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 1.3%
- Two or more races
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.